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High Frequency of Adverse Local Tissue Reactions (ALTR) in Patients With MOM THA
The key to successful management of patients with metal-on-metal (MOM) THAs is to diagnose adverse local tissue reactions (ALTRs) early. ALTRs have been described in asymptomatic patients with resurfacing arthroplasties. Whether this concerning finding applies to modular MOM THAs is unknown.
This study investigates the prevalence of ALTRs in asymptomatic patients with modular MOM THAs.
Twenty-six (31%) asymptomatic patients had ALTR lesions, all of which were in the greater trochanteric area. The presence of pain was insufficient to identify patients at risk for ALTRs. Full article here.
Last modified: Thu, 30 Jan 2014 10:48:10 GMT